Zacks Research Raises Q1 EPS Estimate for Associated Banc

Equities researchers lift earnings forecast for regional bank

Feb. 27, 2026 at 12:06pm

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Zacks Research analysts have raised their Q1 2026 earnings per share (EPS) estimate for Associated Banc-Corp (NYSE:ASB), now expecting the bank to earn $0.68 per share for the quarter, up from their prior forecast of $0.67. Zacks currently has a "Strong-Buy" rating on the stock.

Why it matters

The revised EPS estimate from Zacks Research suggests improved financial performance expectations for Associated Banc, a regional bank with over 200 branches across the Midwest. This could signal positive momentum for the company as it navigates the current economic environment.

The details

Zacks Research analyst Team lifted their Q1 2026 EPS estimate for Associated Banc from $0.67 to $0.68 per share. The firm also issued estimates for the bank's Q2 2026 EPS at $0.70, Q3 2026 EPS at $0.72, FY2026 EPS at $2.83, Q3 2027 EPS at $0.79, and FY2027 EPS at $3.00.

  • Zacks Research issued the updated estimates on Thursday, February 26, 2026.

The players

Zacks Research

An equities research firm that provides investment research and stock recommendations.

Associated Banc-Corp

A regional financial services company headquartered in Green Bay, Wisconsin, with over 200 branches across the Midwest.

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The takeaway

The revised EPS estimate from Zacks Research suggests improved financial performance expectations for Associated Banc, a regional bank with over 200 branches across the Midwest. This could signal positive momentum for the company as it navigates the current economic environment.